This spring, hundreds of dancers from across Greater London will participate in Step Around Town 2025, a programme of regional dance events designed to showcase talented young people.
From April – May, a series of uplifting and energetic Step Around Town performances will take place in schools across Greater London, with dancers taking to the stage to perform a variety of dance styles. There will also be relaxed sharings featuring students from SEND schools.
The London boroughs that are hosting the Step Around Town events include Wandsworth, Westminster, Croydon, Camden, Haringey and Bexley.
Step Around Town is one of several events created by the Step into Dance programme, the UK’s largest inclusive dance programme for secondary school students. Established in 2006, Step into Dance is a Royal Academy of Dance programme in partnership with the Jack Petchey Foundation.
At a time where 84% of schools no longer offer a GCSE in dance, Step into Dance enables young people to develop their passion, skills and understanding of dance. Working with mainstream and SEND schools and youth groups across London and Essex, Step into Dance reaches over 4,000 students annually through a diverse and inclusive programme of weekly classes, workshops and performance opportunities, aiming to reach those that might not otherwise connect with dance.
Alexander Campbell, Artistic Director of the Royal Academy of Dance says: “The Step Around Town events epitomise the RAD’s ambition to showcase the power of dance and its transformative impact on young people.
For the young people involved, the events are a wonderful opportunity to perform in front of a live audience and showcase the skills that they’ve learnt throughout the school year.
On behalf of the RAD, we wish the best of luck to all the young people participating this year and we can’t wait to see you all in action.”
Gemma Juma, Chief Executive Officer of the Jack Petchey Foundation, said: “The Jack Petchey Foundation’s mission is to provide opportunities for young people in London and Essex to build their skills and confidence so they can have a positive impact on society. These Step Around Town events are an opportunity to celebrate young dancers for their hard work and determination in putting on a fantastic performance. The talent and creativity on show at these events is always exceptional, and the enthusiasm the young performers bring always lifts the atmosphere and reminds the audience that the future is bright!”
Tickets to all Step Around Town events will be available on the door where you are encouraged to make a donation. To find out more about the events and find one in your local area visit: https://www.royalacademyofdance.org/event/step-around-town/
